SWIFT/BIC code VABECH22LRB
VABECH22LRB belongs to Valiant Bank AG in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VABECH22LRB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VABECH22 |
| Branch code | LRB |
| Bank | Valiant Bank AG |
| Branch | Formerly Luzerner Regiobank |
| City | Lucerne |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Valiant Bank AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VABE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LRB Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code VABECH22LRB?
The code VABECH22LRB belongs to Formerly Luzerner Regiobank, a unit of Valiant Bank AG in Lucerne, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter VABECH22LRB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check VABECH22LRB against the details from Valiant Bank AG before sending.
Has Valiant Bank AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 10 SWIFT/BIC codes for Valiant Bank AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in VABECH22LRB mean?
VABE is the bank code of Valiant Bank AG, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and LRB is the code of the department Formerly Luzerner Regiobank.
What is the best way to send money to Valiant Bank AG in Switzerland?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use VABECH22 instead of VABECH22LRB?
VABECH22 is the main office of Valiant Bank AG, while VABECH22LRB is Formerly Luzerner Regiobank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention VABECH22LRB.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.